Great Graphic Novels for Kids

Posted by Miriam Medow on Thursday, August 14th, 2014

A list of recommended graphic novels and comic books for kids that are available at the Oakland Public Library.

From superheroes to manga to comic strips and beyond, we have all sorts of excellent graphic novels and comic books for kids in the library. Ask library staff to help you find the 741.5s! Here, young readers will find interesting characters, awesome art, and fascinating stories full of humor, action, adventure, history, mystery, and emotion. Graphic novels are incredibly popular, especially among kids who like stories but aren't ready for long chapter books and students who are visual learners.

Here are some of our favorite / most popular graphic novels for kids. Let us know in the comments which of your favorites we may have missed!: